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What does the Bible say about homosexuality?
The Bible consistently teaches that God designed sexual intimacy for the covenant of marriage between one man and one woman, and it describes homosexual practice as outside that design. At the same time, Scripture calls Christians to treat every person with love, dignity, and compassion, since all people are made in God's image and all sinners are invited to find grace in Christ.
What is speaking in tongues?
Speaking in tongues (glossolalia) is a spiritual gift mentioned in the New Testament in which a person speaks in a language they have not learned. In Acts it appears as real human languages; in 1 Corinthians it is a gift that Paul regulates and says must be done in an orderly way and with interpretation in the church.
What does the Bible say about transgender identity?
The Bible teaches that God created humanity male and female as a good and intentional part of his design, and that our identity is ultimately defined by God rather than by our feelings. It calls Christians to respond to those wrestling with gender identity with both biblical conviction and Christlike compassion.
Is the prosperity gospel biblical?
No. The prosperity gospel — the teaching that God guarantees health and wealth to those who have enough faith or give enough money — is not biblical. It distorts the gospel, misuses Scripture, and contradicts Jesus' and the apostles' teaching about suffering, contentment, and the true treasure of knowing Christ.
What is being 'slain in the Spirit'? Is it biblical?
'Slain in the Spirit' refers to a modern phenomenon in some charismatic settings where a person falls to the ground, often after a minister's touch, supposedly overwhelmed by the Holy Spirit. The exact practice is not taught or commanded anywhere in Scripture, so it must be tested carefully against the Bible.